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life-changing treatments
Authentic Ayurveda
The traditional therapies of this ancient
Indian health practice are designed to
deliver powerful results. Among the many
choices on spa menus, the following are
some of the most frequently offered:
The customized herbal oils used in
abhyanga penetrate deep into the bodys
tissues, loosening impurities. This detoxifying
massage is celebrated for its ability to
enhance blood circulation, energy and
immune system strength.
ayurvedic consultation continuously onto the center of the forehead
A slow stream of warm oil is dripped
during shirodhara, a traditional Ayurvedic
Whether your body constitution, or dosha, is Vata, Pitta or Kapha, an Ayurvedic
therapy designed to alleviate emotional and
consultation could change the way you eat, sleep and even exercise. During this
physical tensions.
health evaluation, a physician places three fingers on the inside of your wrist to
determine your dosha (we possess all three, but one or two predominate in each of A deep, dry massage called udvartana
us) while literally feeling the imbalances through your pulse. In its fullest form, this uses medicated herbal paste to reduce fluid
session precedes a complete regimen of suggested diet, exercise and dinacharya retention and draw out toxins. In addition to VICTORIA PEARSON/BOTANICA
(daily routine). By knowing your own dosha tendencies, you can naturally create a stimulating the lymphatic system, it also tones
harmonious lifestyle of good physical and emotional health. S.M. muscles and exfoliates the skin.
84 SPA WORLDWIDE GUIDE 2006
Authentic Ayurveda
The traditional therapies of this ancient
Indian health practice are designed to
deliver powerful results. Among the many
choices on spa menus, the following are
some of the most frequently offered:
The customized herbal oils used in
abhyanga penetrate deep into the bodys
tissues, loosening impurities. This detoxifying
massage is celebrated for its ability to
enhance blood circulation, energy and
immune system strength.
ayurvedic consultation continuously onto the center of the forehead
A slow stream of warm oil is dripped
during shirodhara, a traditional Ayurvedic
Whether your body constitution, or dosha, is Vata, Pitta or Kapha, an Ayurvedic
therapy designed to alleviate emotional and
consultation could change the way you eat, sleep and even exercise. During this
physical tensions.
health evaluation, a physician places three fingers on the inside of your wrist to
determine your dosha (we possess all three, but one or two predominate in each of A deep, dry massage called udvartana
us) while literally feeling the imbalances through your pulse. In its fullest form, this uses medicated herbal paste to reduce fluid
session precedes a complete regimen of suggested diet, exercise and dinacharya retention and draw out toxins. In addition to VICTORIA PEARSON/BOTANICA
(daily routine). By knowing your own dosha tendencies, you can naturally create a stimulating the lymphatic system, it also tones
harmonious lifestyle of good physical and emotional health. S.M. muscles and exfoliates the skin.
84 SPA WORLDWIDE GUIDE 2006
